Roof coating or full replacement for your flat roof?
Straight answers for commercial property owners in West Chester, OH, from TruRoof.
Your flat roof is showing its age but isn't completely shot. You see blisters or small cracks, maybe a leak or two after heavy rain. You heard coatings can extend the life. But you don't want to spend money on a temporary fix if the real problem is underneath. That's a common call we get from businesses along Union Centre Boulevard and across West Chester.
A roof coating is a thick liquid applied over your existing roof. It seals small cracks and reflects sun. It works when the roof membrane is still in good shape and the insulation underneath is dry. If your roof has soft spots, multiple leaks, or water that ponds for more than two days, a coating just hides the damage. It does not fix wet insulation or sagging decking.
A coating usually costs $3 to $6 per square foot. A full tear-off and replacement runs $8 to $12 per square foot here in Butler County. The real question is what's underneath. A moisture scan and a core sample tell you that. Without those, you're guessing. The size of your roof, how much wet insulation needs pulled, and access all shift the final number.
Do not let anyone coat your roof without first cutting a core sample. It's a small square cut out to check for moisture below the surface. TruRoof can do a free moisture scan on your West Chester property this week. If the insulation is dry and the deck is solid, a coating might give you 10 to 15 more years. If it's wet, you need a replacement. Skip the scan and you risk paying for a coating that fails in two years.
Once you know what's really happening under your roof, the decision is simple. You either coat with confidence or plan a replacement that stops the leaks for good. No more patching every spring. No more surprise calls from tenants. Just a dry building and a clear plan for the next two decades.
What people in West Chester say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in West Chester ask
can you reroof over an existing flat roof
A recover works when there is one roof layer and dry insulation. A core sample tells us in an hour.
how much does a commercial roof cost
We price by square footage, system and insulation and give you a written proposal you can put in front of the board.
commercial roof keeps leaking after repairs
When a roof fails despite repeated repairs, the membrane is likely shot. Get a core sample to check insulation. If it is wet, a full replacement or a silicone restoration coating may be needed. Stop wasting money on patches.
TPO vs EPDM flat roof
TPO is white and reflects heat, which helps cooling costs in summer. EPDM is black rubber and handles ponding water well. For most Cincinnati commercial buildings, TPO is the default choice. Get a roof assessment to match the membrane to your roof's slope and drainage.
Ready to talk?
TruRoof handles commercial roofing in West Chester and the area around it.